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From Muskets to Drones: 15 Iconic Weapons of U.S. Warfare

Darren September 12, 2025 7 min
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9. M1 Bazooka

9. M1 Bazooka
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First used in World War II, the M1 Bazooka allowed infantry to destroy armored vehicles and fortifications. Its innovation ushered in a new era for anti-tank weapons, with variants influencing later systems. The name “bazooka” was inspired by a musical instrument popularized by comedian Bob Burns. (americanhistory.si.edu)

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